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Industries in Bihar

Agriculture is the foundation of Bihar's economy, and there is significant potential for agro-based industries in the state. The government is actively promoting food processing industries.

Agro-Based Industries

• Sugar Industry: Involves the processing of sugarcane into sugar and related products.
• Jute Industry: Focuses on the production of jute fibers and jute-based products.
• Silk Industry: Engages in the cultivation of silkworms and the production of silk fabric.

Forest-Based Industries

• Paper and Pulp Industry: Involves the production of paper and pulp from wood and other plant materials.
• Timber Industry: Focuses on the processing of timber for construction and other purposes.

Mineral-Based Industries

• Cement Industry: Produces cement from raw materials such as limestone and clay.
• Crusher Industry: Involves the crushing of stones and minerals for construction purposes.
• Oil Refining Industry: Refines crude oil into various petroleum products.
• Glass Industry: Produces glass products from raw materials such as sand and soda ash.

Support Organizations

• Udyog Mitra: An organization that supports industrial development in Bihar.
• District Industries Centre: Facilitates the growth of small-scale industries in various districts.
• Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA): Responsible for the development of industrial areas in the state.

Historical Context

• After the reorganization of Bihar, approximately 82% of the industrial concentration moved to Jharkhand, leaving Bihar with only 18% of the industries.

Economic Contribution

• According to the Economic Survey of 2018-19, the industrial sector contributed 11.3% to the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Bihar in the year 2017-18.

Classification of Industries

Industries can be classified based on various criteria such as size and raw materials used.

On the Basis of Size

Large Scale Industries

• Large Scale Industries, including sectors such as sugar, jute, and cement, faced challenges in Bihar due to the migration of many industries to the newly formed state of Jharkhand following Bihar's reorganization. 
• The lack of basic industrial infrastructure in Bihar hindered the establishment and growth of large-scale units.

Micro, Small and Medium Industries

• Micro, Small and Medium Industries have significant potential in Bihar. These industries are labor-intensive, in contrast to large-scale industries, which are capital-intensive. 
• District Industrial Centres have been set up to promote the establishment of small-scale units in the state. Examples of such industrial units include those producing ornaments, plywood, incense sticks, leather goods, carpets, and metalwork.

On the Basis of Raw Material

Industries in Bihar can also be classified based on the raw materials used into:

• Agro-Based Industries : Bihar's diverse agro-climatic conditions allow for the cultivation of various crops, including oilseeds, fibers, fruits, vegetables, sugarcane, tea, and tobacco. This diversity presents a substantial opportunity for the development of agro-based industries.
• Sugar Industry : The sugar industry has significant potential for growth in Bihar, offering direct employment in production units and indirect employment through ancillary and related activities.
• Historical Background: The first sugar manufacturing industry in Bihar was attempted in 1840-41 by the Dutch at Lauriya, but it failed. The first successful sugar mill was established by the British in 1903 at Marhaura in Saran district.
• Current Status: As of 2018-19, Bihar had 11 sugar mills, with 9 in the private sector and 2 in the public sector. Notable mills include Harinagar, Narkatiagunj, and Gopalganj.
• Historical Production: At the time of Independence, Bihar was the second-largest producer of sugar in India, contributing about 22.7% of the country's sugar. Over time, this has reduced to approximately 2%.
• Challenges: Factors contributing to the decline include the production of inferior quality sugarcane, outdated mills, lack of investment, and inadequate government support.
• Government Initiatives: The Bihar State Sugar Corporation (BSSC) was established in 1974 to promote sugar mills. Programs like the Mukhya Mantri Ganna Vikas Yojana have been implemented to improve sugarcane productivity and recovery rates.
• Current Ranking: Bihar ranks third in India for the number of sugar mills, following Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Jute Industry in Bihar

• Location: The jute industry is primarily concentrated in the North-East region of Bihar, particularly in four districts: Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj, and Katihar.
• Products: Jute products range from gunny bags to home decor items such as floor mats, carpets, and fold purses.
• National Jute Manufacturers Corporation Ltd (NJMC): Established in 1980 and headquartered in Katihar, NJMC was set up to increase jute production.
• Production Ranking: Bihar ranks second in jute production in India, following West Bengal.

Jute Park in Maranga, Purnea

• Establishment: A Jute Park was set up in Maranga, Purnea, with an investment of ₹42.36 crore under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
• Functioning Units: Two private units within the park are operational, producing jute yarn, jute clothes, jute twine, and similar products.
• Employment Generation: The Jute Park has created direct employment for 500 individuals and indirect employment for 1,000 others.

Cotton-Textile Industry in Bihar

• Major Centers: The cotton-textile industry is predominantly found in the Gaya and Bhagalpur districts, with the Manpur region of Gaya being a significant hub.
• Powerlooms: Approximately 1,000 powerlooms have been established in the Manpur region of Gaya district.
• Handloom Industry: In Bhagalpur and Darbhanga districts, the cotton textile industry operates as a handloom sector.
• Bihar State Textile Corporation Limited: Established in 1970, this corporation plays a role in the textile industry.
• Hosiery Factories: Patna, Madhubani, Munger, and Bhagalpur have more than 40 hosiery factories.
• Cotton Sources: Cotton for the textile industry is imported from Kanpur and Ahmedabad.
• Famous Products: Lungis from Bhagalpur, Obra in Aurangabad, and carpets from Daudnagar are renowned and in high demand across the country.
• Other Important Centers: Phulwari Sharif, Dumraon, Munger, Madhubani, and Muzaffarpur are also notable for cotton textile production.

Silk Industry in Bihar

• Development Areas: The silk industry has developed in the districts of Bhagalpur, Gaya, and Vaishali, with Bhagalpur earning the title of "Silk City."
• Bihar Silk and Textile Institute: Established in 1922, this institute supports the silk industry in Bihar.
• Types of Silk: Bihar produces three types of silk: mulberry, tasar, and eri silk.
• Promotion of Silk Industry: Four regional offices have been set up in Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Gaya, and Darbhanga to promote the silk industry.
• Mukhyamantri Tasar Development Project: Launched in 2012-13 to promote tasar silk and generate employment in rural areas by planting Arjun and Asan trees in specific districts.
• Eri Silk Rearing: Eri silk rearing is primarily confined to Begusarai district, as Arjun and Asan trees are essential for this type of sericulture.
• Mukhyamantri Kosi Mulberry Scheme: Initiated in 2016-17 to promote mulberry production in seven districts of the Kosi region, with silk yarns produced under this scheme branded as "Kaushiki."

Khadi and Village Industries in Bihar

• Promotion Body: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KUIC) is responsible for promoting rural industries in Bihar.
• Khadi Organisations: There are 84 khadi organisations in Bihar, out of which 65 are currently operational.
• Khadi Fairs: Khadi fairs have been organised in Arrah, Rajgir, Muzaffarpur, and Bhagalpur to promote khadi organisations and products.

Tobacco Industry

• Tobacco is utilized in products like pan-masala, cigarettes, and bidis. The districts where tobacco is cultivated include Darbhanga, Begusarai, Muzaffarpur, Saran, Vaishali, Samastipur, Patna, Bhagalpur, Munger, and Purnea.
• The first tobacco manufacturing unit was established by Raj Enterprises in 1905 at Dilawarpur, Munger. This unit was later taken over by the Indian Tobacco Company (ITC).
• Zarda, a type of tobacco, is produced in Muzaffarpur.
• Major centres for cigarette production include Munger, Patna, Jhajha, Lakhisarai, Jamui, Bihar Sharif, Manpur, Arrah, Buxar, Mahnar, Dalsinghsarai, Sahpur (Bhojpur), and Ayodhyaganj (Katihar).
• Tobacco is cultivated over 14,000 hectares of land in Bihar.
• Bihar ranks third in India for tobacco production, following Andhra Pradesh and Assam.

Tea Industry

• The tea industry in Bihar began in the 1990s.
• Kishanganj district is the primary area for tea cultivation, with over 50,000 acres of tea plantations, making it the largest tea-producing district in the state.
• Bihar produces more than 4,000 tonnes of tea annually.
• There are 7 tea processing plants in Kishanganj, with a total annual output exceeding 2,300 tonnes.
• There is potential for an additional 50 tea processing plants in Kishanganj, which would benefit local tea cultivators by reducing the need to transport tea leaves from neighboring North Bengal.
• The State Government has introduced subsidies and incentive packages to encourage the establishment of new tea processing plants.

Dairy Industry

• The Bihar State Milk Cooperative Federation, established in 1983, has been instrumental in developing the dairy industry in Bihar.
• The federation offers various services to milk-producing households, including artificial insemination and deworming of cattle.
• Vaishali Patliputra Milk Union, Patna
• Deshratna Dr. Rajendra Prasad Milk Union, Barauni
• Tirhut Milk Union, Muzaffarpur
• Mithila Milk Union, Samastipur
• Vikramshila Milk Union, Bhagalpur
• Shahbad Milk Union, Arrah

Food Processing Industry

• The Bihar Industrial Investment Policy, 2016 prioritizes agro-based industries, with a focus on the food processing sector as one of the top ten priority areas.
• The policy aims to reduce wastage of perishable commodities such as fruits, vegetables, and fish, thereby increasing farmers' incomes by 30%.
• As per the Agricultural Road Map (2017-22), Bihar has approximately 413 food processing units, with 260 units operating effectively.
• Despite limited forest resources, Bihar has some forest-based industries, including paper and pulp manufacturing.

Paper and Pulp Industry

• Dalmianagar (Rohtas district) and Jitwarpur (Samastipur) are home to major paper factories, although these have become sick industries.
• Small paper mills are located in Barauni, Patna, and Darbhanga.
• Located in Rohtas district, this factory is known for producing high-quality paper products, including tissue paper, printing paper, ticket boards, and pulp boards.
• Raw materials for paper production are sourced from bamboo, Sabai grass, softwood, sugarcane bagasse, and rice bran.
• Ashok Paper Mills Limited in Darbhanga and Thakur Paper Mills Limited in Samastipur were significant paper industries in Bihar before the 1990s, but these units are no longer operational.

Lac Industry

•  The lac industry has seen growth in the districts of Gaya and Purnea. 
• Lac insects are cultivated on the Indian jujube tree (Ber) and the Butea monosperma (Palash) tree in the districts of Nawada, Gaya, Banka, Munger, Sheikhpura, and Purnea. 

Wood Industry

• The wood industry has developed in the Terai regions of North Bihar, including districts like East Champaran, West Champaran, Araria, Kishanganj, and Bhagalpur, as well as in South Bihar, particularly in districts such as Gaya, Nawada, and Rohtas. North Bihar is noted for having the highest concentration of wood industries. 
•  One of the prominent large-scale enterprises in this sector is Asian Plywood Industries, located in Hajipur. Other significant regions for wood industry development include Narkatiaganj, Samastipur, Gopalganj, Jogbani, Katihar, and Muzaffarpur. 

Bamboo and Cane Based Industry

• Bamboo is sourced from the northern parts of the Gaya district and the northern regions of Bihar adjacent to the Terai areas. Cane, on the other hand, is found in the forests of the North-West Champaran district. 
• Small and cottage industries in Bihar are engaged in the production of bamboo and cane products. Bamboo is widely utilized in construction due to its low cost, durability, and versatility, earning it the nickname "Poor man's Timber". 

Mineral Based Industries

Cement Industry

• The cement industry in Bihar has significant centers in Banjari and Dalmianagar, both located in the Rohtas district. Notable plants include Kalyanpur Cement Limited in Banjari, established in 1937, and Shri Cement Plant in Aurangabad. 
• The government has proposed the establishment of large-scale cement units in Aurangabad (2014-15) and Bhabua (Kaimur) (2013-14). 

Oil Refinery and Chemical Industries

• The Barauni Oil Refinery was established in July 1964 in collaboration with the Soviet Union (now Russia) and Romania. It is located in Barauni, Begusarai, and is connected to the Naharkatia Oil Region in Assam via a 1,159 km pipeline. The refinery also receives crude oil from countries such as Algeria, Iraq, and Malaysia, and is linked to the Haldia and Paradeep ports. 
•  In addition to the Barauni Oil Refinery, the region hosts a thermal power plant, a fertilizer manufacturing unit, and several small industrial centers. 
•  The Hindustan Fertilizer Corporation has a factory in Barauni that produces nitrogen-based fertilizers using raw materials such as naphtha and gypsum. The plant, established in 1976, is the largest of its kind in Bihar, producing ammonium sulfate and super phosphate fertilizers. 
•  Pyrites Phosphate and Chemicals Limited (PPCL) operates in Amjhore, Rohtas district, where it produces sulfur and phosphate fertilizers from pyrites minerals. The company uses pyrites as a raw material for its production processes. 

Crusher Industry

• The crusher industry is involved in the process of reducing stones or large rocks into smaller pieces, such as gravels or rock dust, using a machine known as a "Crusher". 
• This industry has developed in the southern hilly regions of Bihar, where granite and gneiss rocks are abundant. The districts where this industry is prominent include Munger, Jamui, Gaya, Nawada, Aurangabad, Rohtas, and Kaimur. 

Glass Industry

• The glass industry in Bihar has important centers in Patna, Darbhanga, and Bhagalpur. The raw materials used in this industry include sand, silica sand, limestone, sodium sulphate, potassium carbonate, and barium oxide. These materials are primarily found in the southern parts of Bihar. 
• The glass industry produces a variety of useful items such as bangles, bottles, and other glass products. 

Other Significant Industries in Bihar

Bihar is home to several other important industries, including the rail coach manufacturing sector, the leather industry, and the handloom industry.

Rail Coach Manufacturing

• Bharat Wagon and Engineering Company Limited, a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, is situated in Mokama, Patna district. This factory produces railway wagons and was established in 1978 by merging two private companies: Arthur Butler Company Limited and Britannia Engineering Company Limited. The Jamalpur Locomotive Workshop, located in Munger district, is India’s first full-fledged railway workshop, set up in 1862 by the East India Railway.
• Other rail coach manufacturing facilitiesin Bihar include:
  • Carriage Repair Workshop in Harnaut, Nalanda district, established in June 2003.
  • Rail Wheel Plant in Bela, Dariapur block, Saran district, set up in 2014.
  • Diesel Electric Locomotive Factory in Madhepura, a joint venture between Alstom SA of France and Indian Railways, aims to produce 800 high-power locomotives over 11 years.
  • Diesel Locomotive Factory in Marhaura, Saran district, began production in 2018.

Leather Industry

• Bihar has significant potential for the leather industry due to its large animal population and the availability of high-quality goat skins, cow hides, buffalo skins, and calf skins. 
• There are seven major markets for hides and skins in the state, including Patna, Arrah, Aurangabad, Munger, Muzaffarpur, Katihar, and Purnea.
• Key markets include:
• Arrah : Major market for buffalo hides.
• Muzaffarpur : Known for buffalo calf skins.
• Patna : Renowned for goat skins.
• Tanning industries are present in Muzaffarpur, Barauni, and East Champaran.

Handloom Industry

• The handloom industry is a significant part of Bihar’s industrial landscape, with two apex-level marketing organizations: the Bihar State Handloom Co-operative Union and the Bihar State Wool and Sheep Union, both based in Patna. 
• The state government is actively promoting modern weaving skills among local weavers through eight government-run industries.

Handloom Concentrated Districts in Bihar

Handloom Industry

• Kaimur: Known for woolen carpets and Banarasi saris.
• Patna and Siwan: Specialize in cotton cloth and furnishing cloth.
• Purnea and Katihar: Produce jute bags, jute-blended materials, and interior decorative items.

Schemes to Promote Handloom Industry

Chief Minister's Cluster Handloom Development Scheme: Launched in 2016-17 to support handloom weavers and Rangrej artisans. The scheme offers:

• ₹15,000 for each weaver/rangrej artisan to buy new looms or dyeing kits.
• ₹5,000 per weaver as corpus money for raw materials.
• ₹40,000 for workshop construction.

Bhagalpur Mega Handloom Cluster Scheme: Sanctioned by the Central Government to benefit weavers in Bhagalpur and Banka districts. The scheme includes:

• 10 block-level clusters, each with a Common Facility Centre (CFC).
• Two dye houses, one design studio, and a product development centre in each cluster.

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Patna provides monitoring and technical assistance for the scheme.

Kattha (Catechu) Industry

• Kattha is derived from the wood of the Khair tree (  Acacia catechu  ), which is abundant in the Shiwalik mountainous region. 
• In Bihar, Kattha manufacturing industries are located in Bettiah and Gaya.

Ordinance Factory

• The Ordinance Factory in Rajgir, Nalanda district, was approved by the Central Government in 2001. 
• It is notable for being Asia's first unit to implement modern technology in the production of Bio-Modular Propellant.

Major Industries and Their Locations

• Alcohol Industry: Sultanganj, Manpur, Munger, Patna, Pachrukhiya, and Marhaura (Saran)
• Bihar State Scooters Limited: Fatuha (Patna)
• Bihar Wagon and Engineering Company Limited: Mokama, Muzaffarpur (Closure announced in August 2017)
• Blanket Industry: Gaya, Purnea, Aurangabad, and Motihari
• Cigarette and Gun Factories: Munger, Banjari and Dalmianagar, Aurangabad, Patna
• Cotton Textile Industry: Gaya and Bhagalpur
• Footwear Industry: Bata India Limited in Mokama, Patna, Darbhanga, Bhagalpur; Madhubani, Bhagalpur, Bihar Sharif, Gaya, Patna, and Munger
• Iron Industry: Gaya and Purnea; Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj, Katihar, and Samastipur; Mokama, Begusarai, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Digha (Patna)
• Match Stick Industry: Katihar
• Mining Industry: Aurangabad
• Paper Industry: Samastipur, Darbhanga (not active)
• Raw Silk: Katihar, Purnea, and Manoharpur
• Sindur Factory: Lakhisarai; Marhaura, Chanpatia, Sugauli, Sakri, Bihta, Garaul, Motipur, and Warisaliganj
• Tasar Silk: Dilwarpur (Munger), Gaya, Arrah, Bihar Sharif, Vaishali, Buxar, Lakhisarai, Patna, Saran, Purnea, and Darbhanga
• Utensils Industry: Siwan and Bihta

Industrial Towns in Bihar

• Patna: Footwear Factory
• Digha: Leather Footwear and Alcohol Industries
• Patna City: Sindur, Gulal, and Fire Cracker Manufacturing Units; Tasar Silk and Handloom Industries
• Dumraon: Cotton Textile and Lantern Industries
• Buxar: Sugar, Lac, Cotton Textile, and Leather Industries

Industrial Regions in Bihar

An industrial region is formed when many manufacturing industries are concentrated in a specific area. The development of such regions depends on factors like the availability of raw materials, favorable climate, transportation facilities, and human resources (skilled and semi-skilled labor). In Bihar, industrial regions have developed based on agricultural products, forest resources, and limestone, as the state is largely devoid of minerals.

Son Valley Industrial Region

• The Son Valley Industrial Region is located in the Son Valley and Kaimur plateau region, which is rich in limestone, sandstone, and forest resources. 
• This region is the most prosperous industrial area in Bihar, with many modernized industries. For instance, Dalmianagar in Rohtas district has various industrial units producing cement, paper, sugar, chemicals, vegetable oil, and lumbering.

Gaya-Guraru Industrial Region

• The Gaya-Guraru Industrial Region is agro-based, with industries such as cotton textiles in Gaya and a sugar mill in Guraru. However, the sugar mill in Guraru has been shut down. 
• Manpur in Gaya district is known for its handloom industry, and due to the nearby mountains, a stone-crushing industry has also developed in Gaya. Additionally, industries producing Tilkut (a traditional sweet) and tobacco have emerged in this area.

South-Eastern Bihar Plain Industrial Region

This industrial region is situated in the eastern part of the South Bihar Plain, encompassing the Lakhisarai, Munger, and Bhagalpur districts of Bihar.

Key industrial centers in this region include:

• Munger: Renowned for gun and cigarette factories.
• Jamalpur (Munger district): Home to a railway workshop.
• Nathnagar (Bhagalpur district): Known for silk and tasar fabric factories.

In addition to these, the region hosts various other industrial activities such as rice and flour milling, furniture making, and stone crushing.

South-Western Bihar Plain Industrial Region

This industrial region is found in the western part of the South Bihar plain, covering the districts of Patna, Buxar, and Bhojpur.

Notable industries in this region include:

• Mokama: Leather factories, rail bogie manufacturing, and the production of iron sheets and rods.
• Bihta: Sugar industry.
• Digha: Leather industry.
• Buxar and Phulwari Sharif: Cotton textile centers.
• Patna: Glass industry, bakeries, and pulp manufacturing units.

Barauni Industrial Region

The Barauni Industrial Region is among the most developed industrial areas in Bihar.

It hosts a variety of modern industries, including:

• Oil Refinery: The Barauni Oil Refinery processes crude oil sourced from the Assam oil region via pipelines.
• Chemical Fertilizer Manufacturing: This facility produces fertilizers using naphtha as a key raw material.
• Thermal Power Plants: These plants generate electricity to meet the region's energy needs.
• Petrochemical Units: These facilities produce various petrochemical products.
• Dairy Industry: This sector processes milk and dairy products.

North-Western Sugar Industrial Region of Ganga Plains

This region is located in the northwestern part of Bihar, within the Ganga Plain area. It boasts favorable geographical conditions for sugarcane cultivation, making it a significant hub for the sugar industry.

The region includes districts such as East Champaran, West Champaran, Siwan, Gopalganj, and Saran. Notable sugar mills in this region include:

• Marhaura
• Chanpatia
• Maharajgunj
• Gopalganj
• Pachrukhi
• Hathua
• Narkatiaganj
• Chakia

Rice Industrial Region of Terai Belt

Rice mills have proliferated in the Terai belt, located in the northern border areas of Bihar. This region is known for its conducive environment for rice milling due to the abundance of raw materials.
Significant rice mill centers in this industrial region include:

• Narkatiaganj
• Raxaul
• Bergania
• Sitamarhi
• Janakpur Road
• Jainagar
• Jhanjharpur
• Jogboni
• Forbesganj

Policies Related to Industrial Establishment

Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy (BIIPP), 2016

The Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy (BIIPP), launched in 2016, aims to foster industrial growth in Bihar by focusing on several key objectives:

• Infrastructure Development: Emphasizing the creation of adequate infrastructure, particularly in core sectors where Bihar has a comparative advantage.
• Technology and Skill Development: Promoting advanced technology and skill development to enhance industrial productivity.
• Assistance and Incentives: Offering a comprehensive and competitive structure of assistance and incentives to attract investors.
• Balanced Regional Development: Ensuring balanced regional development to avoid concentration of industries in specific areas.

Key Measures: During the 5-year policy period, several key measures are proposed, including:

• Establishing new industrial areas and expanding existing ones.
• Developing an air cargo complex and a container freight terminal.
• Promoting the Amritsar-Kolkata Industrial Corridor.
• Encouraging integrated manufacturing clusters.
• Improving the supply of quality and reliable energy.
• Setting up a gas pipeline network.
• Establishing Common Facility Centres (CFCs) in potential MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) clusters.
• Encouraging private participation in increasing the availability of industrial land.
• Promoting private industrial parks.

Bihar Start-up Policy, 2017

• The Bihar Start-up Policy, launched in March 2017, aims to create a conducive ecosystem for start-ups in the state. The policy envisions Bihar as a preferred destination for start-ups by leveraging the potential of local youth and fostering innovation-led entrepreneurship.
• Main Features: The policy includes various support initiatives that are synchronized with different stages of the start-up business cycle, providing funding and technical assistance. It also includes special provisions for additional support to prospective entrepreneurs from SC/ST communities, women, and differently-abled individuals, encouraging inclusive entrepreneurship.
• According to the Economic Survey of 2017-18, the State Government has established a start-up venture capital fund amounting to ₹ 500 crore to provide financial support for the initiative.

Major Industrial Institutions in Bihar

Bihar is home to several significant industrial institutions dedicated to promoting industrial growth within the state. These institutions play a crucial role in facilitating and supporting various aspects of industrial development.

Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA)

BIADA, established under the Bihar Industrial Area Development Act of 1974, is tasked with promoting industrialization in Bihar. Its key functions include:

• Land Acquisition: BIADA acquires land to be allocated to investors for setting up industrial units.
• Infrastructure Development: The authority develops essential infrastructure for industrial growth, including roads, power, and water connections.
• BIADA has four regional offices situated in Darbhanga, Patna, Bhagalpur, and Muzaffarpur. As of October 2018, BIADA had acquired 5,185.24 acres of land for infrastructure, administrative blocks, and industrial units.

Udyog Mitra

• Udyog Mitra was established in 2004 under the Society Act of 1860 by merging the Industrial Data Bank and the Single Window System. It operates under the Department of Industries and assists prospective entrepreneurs in setting up industries. 
• Udyog Mitra is involved in preparing monitoring reports for schemes implemented by District Industries Centres (DICs). The agency is also responsible for developing 13 clusters under the Government of India’s Cluster Development Scheme and implements the National Mission for Food Processing (NMFP).

District Industries Centre (DIC)

• The Department of Industries established the District Industries Centre (DIC) as a central agency to assist entrepreneurs in setting up industries across Bihar, with a focus on micro, small, and medium enterprises. 
• The DIC is the main agency for implementing the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) in the state.

Infrastructure Development Authority (IDA)

• The Bihar State Infrastructure Development Enabling Act of 2006 aims to accelerate the development of physical and social infrastructure in Bihar by encouraging private sector involvement in the design, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure projects. 
• The Infrastructure Development Authority (IDA) was established under this Act on April 27, 2006, to oversee Public-Private Partnership projects in the state. The IDA has successfully executed various infrastructure projects, including the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Patna and Aranya Bhawan in Patna.

Office of Investment Commissioners

• To promote the “Make in Bihar” initiative and attract private investments, the Bihar Government established the Office of Investment Commissioners in Mumbai, India’s commercial capital. 
• Since its inception, the office has received numerous investment proposals in sectors such as healthcare, cement, food processing, and energy.